Pouncing, playing and protecting. That’s a very accurate description of our favorite furry family member.
Minna, a one-year-old Rottweiler puppy, loves each member of our family with her whole heart. It’s evident in the way she lives: she sleeps lightly, springing to her feet at the slightest sound. She often detects things we never would have noticed. But nothing escapes her monitoring.
When someone is upset, she runs to him, nuzzling her big black head directly into his face with her warm, comforting tongue depositing kisses all over until laughter abounds. Often, she detects emotions even the most perceptive humans miss.
And if anyone new approaches, she is watching the interactions like a hawk, ready to jump to our defense at an instant!
Minna demonstrates a lot about God’s character.
God never loses sight of what is happening to us, and He is always there to carry us through. Whether it’s a physical challenge or an emotional hardship, He is constantly there. He promises He will never leave nor forsake us. He means it – NEVER. He will always be there, even if we don’t see Him immediately. He is present, watching carefully what is occurring, and seeing far more than we can see with our human eyes.
Dog people will attest to why dogs are called ‘Man’s best friend.’ People who know God say they could never do life without God.
I am so thankful I have both.
God uses Minna to comfort me in addition to His presence and peace. He will never forsake you or me.